Project Details
[Return to Previous Page]Nuclear Cooling Tower Pump House Ventilation Damper Re-Design
Company: Vistra Corporation
Major(s):
Primary: ME
Secondary: EE
Optional: MATSE
Non-Disclosure Agreement: YES
Intellectual Property: NO
Cooling Tower Pump House Damper Replacement Engineering Evaluation Report The report would include: 1. Existing Conditions Assessment - Document the current damper configuration. - Develop a damper inventory including: - Location - Dimensions - Material construction - Actuation method (manual, pneumatic, electric) - Service environment - Identify signs of degradation, corrosion, accessibility issues, and maintenance concerns. - Produce a photographic walkdown package. This would offer an opportunity for Vistra Engineering to give a tour to the students performing this project. 2. Functional Requirements Document Develop a clear list of functional requirements for replacement dampers, including: - Airflow requirements - Environmental operating conditions - Weather resistance - Corrosion resistance - Reliability and maintainability objectives - Interface requirements with existing structures and equipment 3. Market Research and Technology Evaluation Evaluate commercially available damper solutions and compare: - Materials - Actuation options - Maintenance requirements - Expected service life - Cost considerations The team would develop a recommendation matrix identifying preferred replacement options. 4. Conceptual Design Package Develop: - Conceptual replacement sketches - Preliminary installation concepts - Identification of potential interferences - Access considerations for maintenance - Develop a high-level implementation strategy. 5. Cost and Schedule Estimate Provide: - Preliminary material cost estimate - Installation labor estimate - Recommended project execution schedule Expected Final Products: The team would deliver: 1. Engineering Evaluation Report 2. Damper Asset Inventory Database 3. Photographic Walkdown Package 4. Conceptual Drawings and Layouts 5. Preliminary Cost Estimate 6. Executive Summary Presentation
